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Sweet'n Zero is a sugar substitute. It can be used to sweeten many foods, including tea, coffee, pudding, milk products, jelly, fruit juices, desserts, and hot and cold beverages. Because it contains no calories, it is a good choice for health-conscious people. Sweet'n Zero can also be a suitable option for diabetic patients whose blood glucose is high. The FDA has confirmed that Sweet'n Zero is safe for everyone, including children, pregnant women, and anyone wishing to reduce their calorie intake.
Pharmacology
Sucralose is a zero-calorie artificial sweetener that is about 600 times sweeter than sugar. It is obtained from sucrose by replacing three hydroxyl groups with three chlorine atoms, and because it is made from sugar, it tastes like sugar. The tightly bound carbon-chlorine bonds are exceptionally stable, preventing sucralose from being metabolized for energy and making it calorie free. These chlorine atoms also give it heat stability, allowing it to withstand cooking and baking without losing sweetness. Since sucralose is not broken down for energy in the body, it contributes no calories. The molecule passes through the body unchanged, is not metabolized, and is eliminated after consumption. Sucralose does not cause tooth decay and has no effect on carbohydrate metabolism or on fetal or neonatal development, since it is not actively transported across the blood-brain barrier, the placental barrier, or the mammary gland. It does not interfere with the utilization and absorption of glucose, the metabolism of carbohydrates, or the secretion of insulin. It is therefore a safe substance for diabetes patients to consume.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
The acceptable daily intake of sucralose is 5 to 15 mg per kg of body weight. Normally 1 tablet (8 mg) in a cup of tea or coffee is enough to sweeten the drink.
The acceptable daily intake (ADI) of sucralose liquid drops is 5 to 15 mg per kg of body weight. Each drop gives sweetness similar to one teaspoon of sugar. Normally one drop in a cup of tea or coffee is enough to sweeten the drink, or use as directed by the physician.
Side Effects
Side-effect information is not available for this brand yet.
Cautions & Contraindications
Contraindications
No known contraindications.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Sucralose has not yet been assigned an official pregnancy risk category by the FDA.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Storage
Keep Sucralose at a temperature not above 30°C. Store it in a cool, dry place and protect it from light. Keep it out of reach of children.
Common questions about Sweet Drops 25%
What is Sweet Drops 25% Liquid?
Sweet Drops 25% Liquid is a medicine that contains Sucralose. It is made by Pharmasia Ltd. It belongs to the Oral nutritional preparations group of medicines.
What is Sweet Drops used for?
Sweet'n Zero is a sugar substitute. It can be used to sweeten many foods, including tea, coffee, pudding, milk products, jelly, fruit juices, desserts, and hot and cold beverages.
Can I take Sweet Drops during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Sucralose has not yet been assigned an official pregnancy risk category by the FDA. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
How should I store Sweet Drops?
Keep Sucralose at a temperature not above 30°C. Store it in a cool, dry place and protect it from light.
Do I need a prescription for Sweet Drops?
Sweet Drops is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.